Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Local Government (Health and Environment)
Certificate III in Local Government (Health and Environment)
LGA30208
D347
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 11/09/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
The Certificate III in Local Government (Health and Environment) reflects the role of employees in local government who perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications applied in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures as well as working within known time constraints.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Twelve (12) units of competency are required for the award of this qualification:- one (1) core unit
- eleven (11) elective units
Choose eleven (11) elective units from the lists below, including:
- three (3) or more elective units from Group A
NOTE: unit LGACORE104B is RECOMMENDED in the selection if it has not been previously undertaken
- a minimum of five (5) and a maximum of eight (8) units from Group B (Specialist Health and Environment)
- the remaining elective units, at Certificate III level, from Group C (General Electives) or from elsewhere within this Training Package or any other endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course
NOTE:
- The three (3) elective units may be imported. No more than one (1) elective unit may be drawn from an AQF level below or above the AQF level of this qualification.
- No specialist, general elective or imported elective units used in the packaging of a qualification are to be included in the packaging of subsequent qualifications undertaken by the candidate.
- Only three (3) units from Group A used in the packaging of a qualification for a candidate can be used in the packaging of a subsequent and higher level qualification for the candidate.
- The inclusion of additional electives may need to be considered to meet the specific needs of a State or Territory.
1. Core Units
One (1) unit must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0969 | LGACORE102B | Follow defined OHS policies and procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
Three (3) or more units to be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0968 | LGACORE101B | Access learning and career development opportunities | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C1361 | LGACOMP008A | Apply conflict resolution strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C1362 | LGACOMP009A | Implement effective communication techniques | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0970 | LGACORE103B | Provide service to local government customers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C0971 | LGACORE104B | Work effectively in local government | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C0972 | LGACORE105B | Work with others in local government | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
A minimum of five (5) and a maximum of eight (8) units to be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1469 | LGAEHRW201A | Collect waste refuse or recyclables | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C1944 | LGAEHRR303B | Monitor areas under council jurisdiction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1842 | NWP218B | Perform and record sampling | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D1835 | NWP208A | Perform basic wastewater tests | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C1954 | LGAEHRH304A | Perform weed control duties | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C1955 | LGAEHRH305A | Present environmental health education information | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C1953 | LGAEHRH303A | Undertake vector control duties | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D2840 | LGAEHRH302B | Undertake water sampling and routine reporting | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
The remaining units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8247 | HLTFA301C | Apply first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0783 | BSBITU203A | Communicate electronically | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0899 | BSBOHS405B | Contribute to the implementation of emergency procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C1204 | LGAGOVA303B | Coordinate production of communication materials | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0784 | BSBITU301A | Create and use databases | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0652 | BSBCUS301A | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D2869 | LGAREGS303B | Enforce legislation to achieve compliance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6794 | AHCCOM303A | Operate a compost bagging process | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6027 | FPIHAR2206B | Operate a mobile chipper/mulcher | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C1360 | LGACOMP007A | Participate in policy development | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0781 | BSBITU201A | Produce simple word processed documents | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1055 | BSBWRT301A | Write simple documents | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C752 | LGA30204 | Certificate III in Local Government (Health and Environment) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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